4 Most Poisonous Fish in the World

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - In the vast and diverse oceans, there are several species of fish known for their deadly poison. Although many of these fish do not aggressively hunt humans, exposure to their venom can result in fatal consequences for anyone affected.

Summarized from various sources, here are the most poisonous fish in the world:

1. Stonefish

Stonefish are one of the most poisonous fish in the world. This fish gets its name from its ability to resemble rocks or sand on the seabed, making it difficult to see and often a source of danger to unwary divers. Quoted from Britannica, stonefish are venomous marine fish classified in the genus Synanceja and the family Synancejidae. This fish is found in the shallow tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific.

Stonefish are thick-bodied with large heads and mouths, small eyes, and bumpy skin covered with wart-like lumps and, sometimes, fleshy folds. This fish rests on the bottom, motionless, blending almost exactly with its surroundings in shape and color.

Stonefish are known as the most dangerous fish. It is difficult to see, and when stepped on, the stonefish can inject large amounts of venom through grooves in its dorsal fin spines.

The wounds caused by this fish are very painful and sometimes fatal. The venom can cause excruciating pain, swelling, and in severe cases, death. The Synancejidae family includes several other species of hardy and warty fish. They are also venomous, although not as well known as stonefish.

2. Lionfish

Lionfish are known for their beautiful and impressive fins, which also contain very dangerous toxins. They have poisonous spines that can cause severe pain, cramps, vomiting, and even severe tissue damage if someone is stung.

3. Pufferfish

Pufferfish or pufferfish are famous for their ability to enlarge their bodies into spiny balls when they feel threatened. This fish lives in the Red Sea and the Indo-Pacific region.

Pufferfish are known as the most poisonous fish. Quoted from Guinness World Records, this fish's body contains a poison called tetrodotoxin, one of the most powerful non-protein poisons, which can be deadly if swallowed. Pufferfish are also known for the neurotoxins they contain in their bodies, especially in their liver, ovaries and skin.

4. Surgeonfish

Although not as aggressive as stonefish or lionfish, several species of surgeonfish have poisonous venom in their tail fins. This venom is usually used as a last means of defense against predators, but can be problematic for humans if they are stung.

KAKAK INDRA PURNAMA

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